Tip: make route planning more efficient with a few Google Maps extensions.
Checking Traffic in Google Maps
The traffic feature in Google Maps can come in handy when deciding which route to take to work or the grocery store. This feature color codes your map based on traffic volume, with green indicating no traffic delays, yellow or orange indicating medium traffic, and red indicating severe traffic delays. Before you even begin your journey, you can quickly check the traffic conditions by following the steps below.
How to Check Traffic in Google Maps on Mobile
How to Check Traffic on Google Maps on Desktop
Finding an Alternate Route in Google Maps
Sometimes the “quickest” route by mileage isn’t as quick. Luckily, Google Maps makes it easy to select alternate routes after you enter your desired destination in the smartphone app or in your web browser.
How to Find an Alternate Route in Google Maps on Mobile
How to Find an Alternate Route in Google Maps on Desktop
Note: if none of the devices or addresses are correct, you can add a new device to your Google account. Once you select a method, your phone will receive a notification based on the chosen method. You can then click that to pull up the map. Image credit: PhotoMIX Company via Pexels. All Screenshots by Megan Glosson.
